Three Crosses Square in Warsaw, Historical square at Royal Route junction, Warsaw, Poland
Three Crosses Square sits at a major junction along Warsaw's Royal Route, combining a neoclassical church with two prominent columns in the city's urban center. The space opens onto several converging streets where traffic and pedestrians continuously move through the intersection.
The square gained its name in 1752 when a commemorative monument was placed at this location. This naming established the identity the area carries to this day and anchors it within Warsaw's longer historical narrative.
The square serves as a natural meeting point for locals and visitors, where the church and surrounding buildings create a space that feels woven into everyday city life. People pause here to rest, pass through, or simply take in the surroundings on their way across Warsaw.
The square has direct access to multiple bus and tram lines, making it easy to reach from other parts of Warsaw. The pedestrian pathways are clear and the area is walkable from nearby attractions and the city center.
Crosses appear not just as a single monument but scattered across the church facades and nearby buildings, making the name of the place more symbolic than literal. This layering of religious imagery adds depth to how the space presents itself visually.
Location: Warsaw
GPS coordinates: 52.22820,21.02270
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01
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